Newsom Calls for 25th Amendment to Remove Trump
California Governor Gavin Newsom calls for invoking the 25th Amendment to remove President Trump amid controversy over his remarks.
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California Governor Gavin Newsom has called for invoking the 25th Amendment to remove President Donald Trump from office, labeling him ‘mentally ill’ following recent controversial remarks. Newsom’s comments came after Trump’s remarks about Los Angeles and San Diego went viral, with clips suggesting he had said the Iranian regime could take out a city. Newsom responded with a strong statement, calling for the 25th Amendment to be invoked, stating, ‘TIME FOR THE 25TH!’
Context and Reactions
Trump’s remarks, which were later clarified, were initially taken out of context. He had spoken about high gas prices being a ‘small price’ to pay for peace, explaining that Iran with a nuclear weapon could take out Los Angeles or San Diego. He then returned to his original point about gas prices, emphasizing the need to stop Iran from acquiring nuclear capabilities. Despite attempts by the Trump campaign to set the record straight, Democrats and media outlets amplified the controversy.
Political Fallout
Newsom’s calls for the 25th Amendment have sparked significant political reactions. On ABC’s The View, co-host Sunny Hostin called Trump ‘deranged,’ suggesting it might be time to consider removing him. Newsom also criticized Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio for their silence on the issue, stating, ‘The SILENCE from JD Vance and Marco Rubio today is deafening.’
History of Calls
This is not the first time Newsom has suggested invoking the 25th Amendment. In July, he labeled Trump’s election integrity speech as a ‘legitimate 25th Amendment moment,’ comparing him to a ‘mad king.’ These comments have further fueled the political tension between the governor and the president.
Public and Media Response
Despite the White House’s efforts to provide context, the media and political figures have largely taken the clips as they were presented, leading to increased scrutiny of Trump’s statements. The situation highlights the ongoing divide in political discourse and the role of media in shaping public perception.
Source: Breitbart
